Inclusion Discussion with Dr. Lisa Deiker
Leading expert in inclusive classroom design…
Microboards 101
What are Microboards and how are they beneficial?
Lessons
In my journey as the father of a special needs child, I have learned a number of lessons. These are: Lesson 1: Milestones are there for a reason – to measure progress or delay. I read again and again of parents whose concerns were dismissed by the medical profession. This [...]
Nutrition Nutrition!
You are what you eat! Children with Special Needs most often have special nutritional needs and so do their parents to withstand the strain and stress. Join in a discussion with Dr. Trina Ulrich, nutrition expert, on how nutritional changes can positively impact your life and that of your child [...]
Kids with Trauma: How do Schools Support?
With Special Guests: Dr. Eric Rossen, Director, Professional Development & Standards, National Association of School Psychologists & Dr. Robert Hull, School Psychologist & Faculty Member, University of Missouri. Authors of: Supporting and Educating Traumatized Students: A Guide for School-Based Professionals Discussing: Kids with Trauma: How Can Schools Support [...]
Managing Cash Flow-Special Needs Trust
Financial discussions are seemingly never ending and when a family member requires more supports, it can feel overwhelming. Mark Friese, Vice President of the Merrill Lynch Special Needs Group joins us again today to provide specific and valuable information to families touched by disability. Some of the topics we will [...]
Q&A with Dr. Stetson, of The Inclusive Schools Network
Join us as we interview Dr. Frances Stetson, founder of The Inclusive Schools Network(ISN). A a global resource of professionals, families, schools and organizations focused on inclusive education around the world. Their mission: “To encourage, embolden and empower people to design and implement effective inclusive schools, by sharing insights and [...]
You Need to Know- Financial & Legal Planning
Join us as we talk with Mark Friese, Vice President, Special Needs Group, Merrill Lynch Special Needs and Elder Care Planning and Edward Zetlin, Esq. Lawyer for Seniors and People with Disabilities. We will explore what parents need to know about planning for the financial futures of their children with disabilities [...]
The New Normal with Life Coach Michelle Buzgon
Preparing for the holidays? Who’s been naughty and who’s been nice? And we don’t mean your kids. We mean your relatives and friends. How do they help — or not — handle the added emotions and stressors that the holidays bring on. “Normal” families struggle with the dynamics of the [...]
Parent Led System Change – SPARC Solutions of No. VA
When Donna Goldbranson of Fairfax County, VA learned of the options awaiting her adult daughter with disability upon graduation from high school, she was underwhelmed and started SPARC Solutions. SPARC Solutions empowers adults with disabilities to live as engaged citizens and contribute to society. Founder and President Donna Goldbranson joins [...]